Bill S.109
188th (2013 - 2014)

An Act relative to fair fines to increase local revenue

Bill Title: An Act relative to fair fines to increase local revenue

By Mr. Joyce, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 109) of Brian A. Joyce, Donald F. Humason, Jr., John P. Fresolo, Matthew A. Beaton and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to fair fines to increase local revenue. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Section 9 of chapter 140 of the General Laws is hereby amended by inserting, in line 6, after the words “suspend or revoke his license” the following words:- “or impose a fine for the first offense within a six month period of not less than $500 and not more than $1,000, for the second offense within a six month period of not less than $1,000 and not more than $2,000, for the third offense within a six month period of not less than $2,000 and not more than $5,000, for the fourth offense within a six month period of not less than $5,000 and not more than $10,000, for the fifth offense within a six month period of not less than $10,000.”

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